Understanding Trade Discounts at McGee & Co.
McGee & Co. offers a comprehensive Designer Trade Program designed to provide exclusive discounts and benefits to trade account holders. This article outlines the key aspects of the program, how discounts are applied, and the limitations.
Overview of the Designer Trade Program
This program also offers year-round benefits, ensuring that trade discounts apply to full-priced items on every order. Discounts are now automatically applied at checkout when logged in with the email associated with your approved trade account, and the program includes tiered advantages based on cumulative annual spending.
The Designer Trade Program provides registered trade accounts with access to exclusive discounts on full-priced items. To join this program:
Submit an application online through the McGee & Co. Designer Trade Program portal.
Applications are reviewed within 48 business hours.
Upon approval, an email is sent confirming your account. Discounts will be automatically applied at checkout when logged in with your registered trade email.
Note: The trade discount is only available to approved accounts. It cannot be claimed on purchases made before approval.
Available Discounts and How They Are Applied
Discount Tiers:
Designer Trade Accounts: Tier 2 Trade Accounts - A standard 15% discount on full-priced items is automatically applied at checkout when logged in with the registered trade email.
Tier 2 Trade Accounts: A 20% discount applies, reflecting an elevated status within the program. Discounts automatically adjust at checkout for eligible accounts.- Discounts are applied automatically at checkout when logged in with the email associated with your approved trade account.
Cumulative Spending Benefits: Trade members can unlock higher discount tiers as their annual spending increases, providing additional incentives for frequent purchases.
Invoice FAQs:
Trade discounts are included on prepared invoices sent to the registered account email.
If paying via invoice, discounts reflect the same automatic percentage eligible at checkout.
Limitations and Restrictions
Non-Stackability with Sales: Trade discounts cannot be combined with sale prices or sitewide promotions. If a product is already discounted, the trade discount does not stack further. Instead, the best available discount is automatically applied at checkout.
Reward Program Exclusion: Rewards from loyalty points or other promotions cannot be combined with trade discounts.
Annual Tier Reset: Discount tiers reset annually at the beginning of the calendar year. For example, a Silver Tier account with a 20% discount may revert to the 15% default unless tier status is maintained.
Product-Specific Applications
Certain products may adhere to unique discount rules during sitewide promotions. For example:
Rug Pads: During sitewide sales like Black Friday, trade discounts (e.g., 20%) may equal sale discounts, resulting in no additional benefit.
Furniture: Products like the Danson Counter Stool follow the standard 15% trade discount if they are full-priced.
How to Apply and Use Trade Discounts
First-Time Customer Discounts
New customers can take advantage of a first-time customer discount by signing up for SMS messages or email notifications. Here’s how it works:
Sign-Up Process: When you visit the McGee & Co. website, look for a pop-up inviting you to sign up for SMS or email notifications. Upon signing up, you will receive a discount code via text message or email. If the pop-up does not appear, try clearing your browser cache and cookies, then revisit the site to trigger it.
Usage: The discount code can be applied at checkout on the payment page. Note that discount codes cannot be stacked with other promotions.
Holiday and Promotional Discounts
During holiday seasons or promotional events, McGee & Co. offers sitewide or specific discounts. Here are the key points to keep in mind:
Exclusions for First-Time Discounts: Additional first-time customer discount codes are not available during holiday promotions. The discounts displayed on the site and in your cart during these periods are the only available offers.
No Stacking of Discounts: Discount codes cannot be combined with other promotions or offers. This policy applies to all types of discounts, including holiday and first-time customer discounts.
Log in to your registered trade account before shopping.
Use the email address associated with your approved trade account.
Ensure you are logged in before adding items to your cart.
Add eligible items to your cart.
Trade discounts apply only to full-priced items.
Discounts are automatically applied at checkout.
Verify the discount at checkout.
Review your cart to confirm the trade discount has been applied.
If the discount does not appear, proceed to troubleshooting steps.
For invoice payment requests, email the customer service team with your trade account details.
FAQ
Q: What happens if my trade discount is less than the sale price? A: The system automatically applies the best available discount, whether it’s the trade discount or the sale price. Q: Can I receive trade pricing without joining the program? A: No, trade discounts are exclusive to approved trade accounts. Q: How soon after approval will I see discounts applied? A: Discounts are available immediately upon logging into the account after approval.Q: Do I need to enter a code like "DT_BrassMember" to get my trade discount? A: No. With the updated system, trade discounts are automatically applied at checkout when you are logged in with your approved trade email. Manual code entry is no longer required. Q: Can I combine my trade discount with other promotions or rewards? A: No. Trade discounts cannot be combined with site-wide sales or rewards. The cart will automatically apply the single highest eligible discount. Q: What should I do if my trade discount still doesn’t apply? A: Ensure you are logged in with the correct trade email. If the issue persists, contact your trade concierge for assistance.
For more details or assistance, contact the McGee & Co. Customer Support Team.